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This chess game between Tom Balmond (1708) and Zain Patel (2079) was played at British Rapidplay 2025 in 2025 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense (C00).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Tom Balmond vs Zain Patel?
Tom Balmond vs Zain Patel (2025) finished 0-1, a win for Zain Patel.
What opening was played in Tom Balmond vs Zain Patel?
The game opened with the French Defense (ECO C00).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Tom Balmond vs Zain Patel, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.